Our Commercial Property team supports landlords and tenants with business tenancies, including lease negotiations and conveyancing for commercial property sales or purchases with occupational leases.
A business lease is a legal agreement between a landlord and a tenant that allows the tenant to use a property for business purposes. It outlines:
In the UK, the Landlord and Tenant Act 1954 gives business tenants the right to stay in the property and renew their lease when the fixed term ends. This protection applies only if certain conditions are met and proper procedures are followed.
We understand that every business has different property needs. Whether you're a landlord or a tenant, our business lease solicitors provide tailored legal support to help you secure a fair and effective lease agreement.
Our team at Batley Law ensures the leasing process is straightforward and legally sound from start to finish.
We begin by discussing your goals—whether you’re letting out a property or leasing space for your business. We look at your requirements for lease length, flexibility, responsibilities, and financial terms.
For landlords, we prepare a lease that protects your rights and outlines clear tenant responsibilities. For tenants, we carefully review the lease to check for unclear terms, hidden costs, or unfair clauses.
We support negotiations on key matters such as rent amount and review clauses, maintenance duties, break clauses, and renewal terms. Our goal is to secure an agreement that works for both parties.
We explain the legal implications of the lease and help you understand what you're agreeing to, especially around notice periods, repairs, subletting, and early termination.
Once the lease terms are agreed, we oversee the signing process and take care of any necessary formalities, such as registering the lease (if required).
We continue to support you after the lease is signed. Whether it's a dispute, lease renewal, or amendment, our team is here to help you manage any issues with confidence.
Batley Law offers legal support for business leases across England and Wales. Whether you are a landlord or a tenant, we can help you negotiate, draft, or review your lease with clarity and confidence.
Selling a commercial property requires careful preparation and legal support. Start by gathering key documents such as title deeds, lease agreements, and planning approvals. Once a buyer is found, agree on the sale terms including price and timelines.
A solicitor will then prepare the contract, handle legal correspondence, and respond to buyer enquiries. The sale is completed by signing contracts, transferring ownership, and receiving payment.
If you're ready to sell commercial property, our team will manage the legal process from start to finish, ensuring a smooth and efficient experience.
A business lease is a rental agreement for business use. Under the 1954 Act, it gives tenants the right to renew their lease unless the landlord has legal grounds to refuse.
Use a formal Section 25 (landlord) or Section 26 (tenant) notice. It must follow specific rules and be served within the correct timeframe.
If protected, tenants can request renewal using a Section 26 notice. If terms aren’t agreed, either party can ask the court to decide.
Rent reviews are based on lease terms, often market rent or inflation, and usually happen every 3 to 5 years. A third party may help if there’s a dispute.
It gives tenants the legal right to stay and renew the lease unless the landlord has valid grounds to oppose renewal.
Both parties must agree before the lease starts, with a formal notice and declaration excluding renewal rights.
Missing a deadline can result in losing rights (for tenants) or delays regaining possession (for landlords). Legal advice is advised.
They’re often used interchangeably, but “business lease” usually refers to leases covered by the 1954 Act.
Before signing, renewing, or serving notices, especially with leases under the 1954 Act.
Serve a Section 26 notice at least 6–12 months before lease expiry if protected. If not protected, negotiate directly with the landlord.
